We've been enjoying some lovely rainy days in AZ this summer which has given me a great oppertunity to work on my rainy day set up. Last week, I took a two minute video with my ENO single and cheapo tarp.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSijs8ef_2s
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSijs8ef_2s
When striking out the tarp, I usually set it on the diamond and tie off from the gromet directly to the tree. If it rains, I add a 'ridgeline' via trucker's hitch. Main question: Is this a good approach? Is there another method that I should consider/learn? The tarp is rectangular, hoping that I'm getting the most out of it (tight set/coverage) when it rains.
Overall, I love learning new knots but in the end, I realize that it's only the Larks Head (or overhand knot) that I use along with the trucker's hitch.
Second question: What other knots should I learn to progress this set up?
Note: I've struggled with Prusik knot and popular hitchs that I can't figure out. The effort is there, lacking result. If I should learn other knots, I will. Simply frustrated with the Amsteel Blue re: Prusik knot but love it otherwise.
Looking for better ideas/different ideas. I would love better gear (improvements coming); however, better knowledge is the key (IMO).
Thx for looking.
zul
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